Evaluation of Eggshell as a Liming Material for Amending Degraded Acid Sand of South Eastern Nigeria
Okon E. Udoh, Victor E. Osodeke, Otobong B. Iren and Florence O. Umoh
Soil Science
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A soil incubation experiment was conducted at the soil science laboratory of Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa campus to evaluate the potentials of ground eggshell as a liming material in an acid sand soil of South eastern Nigeria. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block de... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Amelioration of Soil Acidity Using Local Liming Materials for the Production of Chilli Pepper in Acid Ultisol of South-eastern Nigeria
Christiana J. Ijah, Gloria G. Essien, Florence O. Umoh and Timothy T. Edem
Soil Science
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Field trial was conducted at two locations in Akwa Ibom state University Teaching and Research Farm of the Faculty of Agriculture, Obio Akpa Campus to determine the effects of local liming materials on soil acidity and yield of chilli pepper. Four treatments consisting of wood ash (WA), palm bunc... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Influence of Single and Compound Based Fertilizers on Army Worm Incidence, DNA Concentrations and Performance of Selected Maize (Zea mays L) Genotypes
Israel P. Eno and Godwin M. Ubi
Crop Science
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A study was conducted between the months of April to August 2019 to ascertain the DNA concentration, incidence of army worm, growth and yield performance of selected maize genotypes to single and compound based fertilizers in Calabar, Nigeria. Three maize genotypes namely Oba super 6, hyb... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Phosphorus Status of Coastal Plain Sands of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Christiana J. Ijah, Florence O. Umoh, Gloria G. Essien, Timothy T. Edem
Soil Science
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A field study was conducted to investigate the distribution of phosphorus forms in coastal plain sands of Akwa Ibom State. Five representative soil profiles were dug, one each at Uyo, Etinan, Abak, Ikot Ekpene and Eket. Soil samples were taken from six soil horizons per profile at a depth of 0-20... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Food Security and Changing Climatic Condition of Rural Farming Households in Niger Delta, Nigeria
Nkeme, K. K.
Agric Economics and Extension
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The impact of climate change has greatly threatened the survival of man, crops and animals globally. Nigeria and indeed the Niger delta is not excluded. The study examined the food security status vis-a-viz the changing climatic conditions of rural farming households in Niger Delta of Nigeria. Th... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Comparative Evaluation of Toasted and Fermented Icacinia manni (Earth Ball) on the Performance and Egg Quality Indices of Laying Hens
Comfort A. Essien
Animal Science
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A 12-week feeding trial was conducted to compare the effect of toasted and fermented Icacinia manni meals on the performance and egg quality characteristic of laying hens. Fresh tubers of Icacinia manni were harvested, washed chopped into pieces and divided into two portions. One portion was sund... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Effects of Selected Herbicides on Growth, Yield and Garification Qualities of Some Cultivars of Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz)
Jane-Frances K. Enyong, Bassey A. Ndon, Godwin N. Udom, Nyaudoh U. Ndaeyo
Crop Science
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There is paucity of quantitative information on herbicide effectiveness in relation to the yields of cassava cultivars to guide the use of herbicides by farmers. Field experiments were conducted in June, 2013 and June, 2014 cropping seasons at the University of Uyo Teaching and Research Farm, Uyo... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Genotoxic Evaluation of Industrial Waste Water from a Paint Industry Using the Allium Test
Ndubuisi M. C. Nwakanma, Emmanuel Ani, Emmanuel M. Ikegwu, Lauretta N. Ofodile and Nnenna Orji
Crop/Plant Science
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An assessment of the genotoxic effect of paint effluent (waste water from paint industry) using the Allium test was done. Different concentrations of effluent (100%, 75%, 50% and 25%) were made and tested using the aceto-orcein squash technique with tap water as control. Slides were observed und... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
Herdsmen-Farmers’ Conflicts and Its Effect among Farming Communities in Abia State, Nigeria
Okorie N.U, Onunka B. N, and Odoemelam L. E
Agric Economics and Extension
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Disagreements amid farming communities and herders are now a common occurrence in Nigeria. The research investigated the roots and impact of these battles among farmers in rural communities in Abia State. 135 randomly selected crop farmers were used. Structured interview and Focus Group Discussio... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
PROFITABILITY OF BIOFORTIFIED YELLOW CASSAVA FARMING IN NIGERIA: EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE FROM AKWA IBOM STATE
Ubokudom Etim Okon, Esheya Samuel Esheya and Udioko Godwin Udom
Agric Economics and Extension
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Most farm households in developing countries are now growing and consuming biofortified crops. The study examined the profitability of biofortified yellow cassava production in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Primary data were collected using a well-structured questio... View Full Abstract View Full Paper
